Celebrating 50 years of dedicated service to the City of Grapevine

GRAPEVINE, TEXAS (March 17, 2026) - Grapevine's Honorable Mayor William D. Tate will mark 50 years in office in May 2026 – becoming the longest-serving mayor in Texas history and one of the longest serving in the United States of America. During five decades of steady leadership, he has guided Grapevine through many transformational milestones, shaping the once-farming community into an internationally recognized corporate and leisure destination with national and international headquarters, resorts and hotels, attractions, shopping, dining and wineries that welcomes more than 12 million visitors each year.

The Golden Jubilee celebration will kick off during the 42nd Annual Main Street Fest – A Timeless Texas Tradition presented by Bank of the West:

Friday, May 15: Texas Wine Tribute Gala
Opening Gala, and host of the Tall in Texas award, recognizing 50 years of leadership with special dignitaries in attendance.

Saturday, May 16: Public Art Dedication
The community is invited to attend a public art dedication.

Sunday, May 17: The Golden Jubilee Community Picnic
Grapevine locals and festival attendees are invited to attend a picnic to mark Mayor Tate's actual 50th anniversary date.

The year of the Golden Jubilee begins with Main Street Fest and continues throughout the year with other events, to conclude May 2027.

Additional details and event updates will be announced in the weeks to come. To arrange media interviews or obtain archival footage in advance of the event, please contact Elizabeth Schrack.
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